Boatswain Point vs Padthaway

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Boatswain Point vs Padthaway
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Padthaway, SA

8.0

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

Boatswain Point has better water quality with a score of 9.1/10 compared to Padthaway's 8.0/10. Boatswain Point has softer water (319 vs 602 mg/L).

Based on ADWG compliance across all measured parameters. Both suburbs receive treated, safe drinking water.

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Visual comparison

Boatswain Point, SA

Padthaway, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Boatswain Point

319 Lower

Padthaway

602 Higher

pH Level

Boatswain Point

—

Padthaway

7.6 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Boatswain Point

0.3 Higher

Padthaway

0.1 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Boatswain Point

0.8 Lower

Padthaway

0.9 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Boatswain Point	Padthaway	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	318 Measured	381 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.001 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	77 Measured	159 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	276 Exceeds	662 Exceeds	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0216 Good	0.032 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.3 Good	0.1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.8 Good	0.9 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	319 Exceeds	602 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0074 Good	0.0128 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0008 Good	0.0007 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	30.7 Measured	49.7 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0001 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.04 Good	0.57 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	—	7.6 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	167 Near limit	360 Exceeds	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	9.5 Good	78.1 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Dissolved Solids	819 Exceeds	—	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.12 Good	NTU	< 5

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Disclaimer: This comparison is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional guidance. Data is sourced from SA Water. Values shown are based on the most recent published water quality reports and may not reflect real-time conditions at your tap. Water quality can vary due to local plumbing, seasonal changes, and other factors. For specific health concerns, consult a qualified health professional or contact your local water utility. See our Terms of Use.